New York faces over $360 million in federal health funding cuts, affecting public, mental, and substance use services, with Governor Hochul criticizing the decision and the impact on New Yorkers.

Attorney General Letitia James is urging New Yorkers to see if they can claim a share of a $39.1 million settlement from Apotex Corp over alleged generic drug price fixing.

Measles case confirmed in a traveler on Amtrak train from New York to Washington, D.C.; exposure risk prompts health alerts and efforts to notify other passengers.

The 14-year-old son of ex-Yankee Brett Gardner, Miller Gardner, died in Costa Rica, potentially from asphyxiation related to food poisoning. The cause is not yet confirmed.

NYC's involuntary hospitalization of mentally ill individuals sparks debate; racial disparities and lack of long-term care criticized, while state support grows with additional psychiatric beds at centers like Creedmoor, which aims for improved care.

New York and New Jersey report measles cases, highlighting the need for increased vaccination rates to prevent further spread and achieve herd immunity.

Walgreens reached a $100 million settlement over allegations of overcharging insured customers for generic drugs. Claim deadline is April 17, with potential individual payouts of up to $5,000.

Governor Hochul introduces a web portal to increase vaccine access in response to a minor uptick in measles cases in New York.

NYC Mayor Eric Adams celebrated the launch of the city's 16th school-based mental health clinic, aiming to improve access to mental health services for public school students.

Governor Kathy Hochul announces DFS Connect, a new digital platform for New Yorkers to report excessive prescription drug price increases and issues with PBMs.

NYC's Mayor Eric Adams celebrates Mental Health Week by highlighting the city's expanding behavioral health services, supported by state funds, part of an ongoing commitment to enhance mental healthcare infrastructure.

Flu cases and hospitalizations are dropping in New York, signaling a possible end to a severe flu season. Health experts still advise getting vaccinated, as flu A strains dominate and the season hasn't officially ended.

Upper East Side residents are debating the expansion of Lenox Hill Hospital, which includes increasing bed capacity and a taller structure, amidst concerns about construction impacts.